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Upcoming Events

Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 09 December
Bute Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Emily Beresford-Davies
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 13 January
Bute Park - 10am - 2 Hours
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
£24      

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolour Meetup

Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 09 December
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the mesmerizing universe of watercolor painting at our lively and interactive social meetup! Led by a skilled instructor, this experience is designed to be more than just a class—it's a creative celebration! Whether you're a novice or an advanced artist, our inclusive event invites everyone to join in the fun.

Come and unleash your artistic potential in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Learn, grow, and refine your skills as you immerse yourself in the colorful world of watercolors. Let your creativity flow freely and embark on a vibrant journey where inspiration knows no bounds. Join us, and let the painting party begin!
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£24      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 09 December
Central Cardiff - 11am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Photography Group
Nick Vidal-Hall
Step into the pulse of city life with your camera as your guide. Join our street photography event where the everyday becomes the extraordinary. Capture the essence of urban living, from the hustle of market vendors to the melodic interludes of local buskers. Witness the stories etched in historic architecture and the dynamic expression of street art.

Hone your power of observation—a cornerstone of compelling street photography. We'll share accessible techniques that sharpen your vision, revealing a tapestry of details in the vibrant tableau of city life. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or a passionate novice, this event will enhance your ability to see—and capture—the world in a new light. Discover the myriad narratives that unfold on the streets and learn to preserve them through your lens. Join us for an immersive experience in the art of street photography.
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£24      
Master Class on Portrait Art

Master Class on Portrait Art

Saturday 23 December
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Embark on an exhilarating artistic adventure and reveal the masterpiece within you at our exciting Master Class on Portrait Art! Dive into a world brimming with creativity, where you'll unravel the mysteries of crafting mesmerizing portraits. Get ready for a thrilling journey saturated with vibrant colors, expert techniques, and limitless inspiration. It's your moment to transform artistic dreams into dazzling reality – join us and let the portrait magic begin!
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£24      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 06 January
The Hayes, Cardiff - 10am - 3 Hours
Cardiff Photography Group
Nick Vidal-Hall
Start to become more comfortable with your camera and start to take unique and interesting images.

I strongly suggest that you take a look at a few youtube vidoes about the exposure triangle - I don't expect you to know it, but it would help if you bring some questions with you to the group :)
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£61      
Pet Portrait Art

Pet Portrait Art

Saturday 06 January
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the vibrant world of pet portraits with our exciting Watercolor Pet Portrait Art class! Unleash your creativity and learn to capture the essence of your furry friends in a whirlwind 2-hour session. Our skilled watercolor tutor will guide you through every stroke, teaching you the secrets behind fluffy fur, cute ear shapes, glossy feathers, and the sparkle in your pet's eyes!

Discover the magic of animal anatomy, and master the art of realism while honing your individual style. Get ready for a pawsitively fantastic artistic journey!
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£24      
Headshot Photography Class

Headshot Photography Class

Saturday 20 January
Pierhead Street - 10am - 3 Hours
Cardiff Photography Group
Nick Vidal-Hall
Elevate your photography skills and capture the essence of your subjects with our focused headshot workshop. Learn how to craft a well-lit, chest-up portrait that reveals the unique professionalism, personality, and brand of your clients. This specialized session will guide you through the nuances of creating clear and creative headshots that stand out. Join us to perfect the art of framing and lighting to ensure each shot you take is a compelling representation of your subject's character.
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£61      

Beginner's Watercolor Classes

Beginner's Watercolor Classes

Saturday 20 January
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the world of watercolour painting with our intimate beginner-focused class led by an experienced instructor. This workshop is tailored to help you master the fundamental techniques of watercolour painting, understand the nuances of color theory, and skillfully mix paint to bring your creative visions to life. Transform your newfound knowledge into a breathtaking work of art that you'll be proud to showcase. Join us on this artistic journey and unlock the painter within.
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£24      
Shallow Depth of Field

Shallow Depth of Field

Saturday 03 February
Cardiff Bay - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Photography Group
Nick Vidal-Hall
Discover the secrets to crafting captivating photographs with a beautifully blurred background in our upcoming workshop on mastering shallow depth of field. Under the tutelage of our seasoned instructor, delve into the fundamental principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance, to enhance your visual storytelling.

Throughout the session, we will focus on leveraging shallow depth of field techniques to evoke emotion, eliminate distractions, and achieve a mesmerizing bokeh effect that makes your subjects stand out with exceptional clarity. This workshop is perfect for photographers looking to elevate their compositional skills and add a professional touch to their images. Join us for an enriching experience that will leave you with both knowledge and inspiration to transform the way you capture the world.
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£24      
Storytelling with Watercolours 

Storytelling with Watercolours 

Saturday 03 February
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the whimsical world of storytelling with our Storytelling with Watercolors class! Unleash your creativity as we blend vibrant pigments and imaginative tales, bringing your stories to life on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, join us for a magical journey where colors merge with narratives, and your imagination knows no bounds. Embark on an enchanting adventure, where each brushstroke unveils a new chapter of your artistic story!
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£24      

Portraiture With Natural Light

Portraiture With Natural Light

Saturday 17 February
Pierhead Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Photography Group
Nick Vidal-Hall
This group will focus on working with your subject to put them at ease and get great natural portraits with minimal posing.





note: This will be another group in which all participants can submit images for inclusion in a photobook. The book will be available for purchase at the end of the series towards the end of the year.
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£24      
Watercolour Meetup

Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 17 February
Bute Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Splash into Watercolour Bliss: A Social Art Extravaganza!

Dive headfirst into the mesmerizing universe of watercolour painting at our lively social meetup – a haven for art lovers of every skill level! Whether you're brandishing a brush for the first time or honing your craft, our vibrant space is led by a skilled instructor bursting with passion to share their artistic wisdom. Revel in an environment that celebrates both beginners and seasoned painters alike. Come join us to unlock the secrets of watercolours, discovering their beauty and versatility while forging connections with like-minded creatives in your community. Let the colours flow and creativity flourish in this artful adventure!
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£24      
Realism in Watercolours

Realism in Watercolours

Saturday 02 March
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolors in our Realism in Watercolours art class! Unleash your creativity and learn the secrets to infusing depth and intricate details into your artwork. Whether you're a budding artist or have some experience, this 2-hour session is designed for everyone. Discover the magic of watercolors and how to harness their versatility to elevate your art, regardless of your chosen subject. Join us for an inspiring journey where your imagination knows no bounds!
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£24      

ABOUT CARDIFF
ART
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere, and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials which can be anything from pencils or pastels, to watercolour or oils.

If you are a complete beginner all you need to start are a couple of good drawing pencils, a rubber, and a drawing pad.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Facebook Group here to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.

You can also subscribe here to receive notifications of upcoming events.

Our meetups and classes are limited to a max of 12 people
REVIEWS
I really enjoyed the class and as a complete beginner picked up some useful hints and tips. I would definitely be interested in coming along to other sessions.
5/5
Alison
2023-08-07
PHOTOS
Plymouth Art Group
2023-11-14
Cardiff Art Group
2023-10-30
Title or Location: Sunset at Ridgeway
Oil bars on canvas.As I walked up Ridgway hill in newport I saw what looked like the sky on fire.Capturing this moment was a must for me.Ridgeway (Little Switzerland) as it?s also know holds many heartfelt memories for those who once visited there. Bench?s with memories of those loved ones tell heartfelt stories.
Credit: Kishan Takahashi
Instagram: https://instagram.com/kishan2000?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ3D3D&utm_source=qr
Plymouth Art Group
2023-11-14

Cardiff Art Group
2023-10-23
Title or Location: Faces

Credit: Felipe Fernandez
Instagram: Mercadogitano2022
Plymouth Art Group
2023-11-14
Cardiff Art Group
2023-10-16
Title or Location: Shark
Created for my daughters friend, who loves Sharks and had just returned from South Africa where she had been working with them for a conservation charity.....in diving cages! The challenge for me was the water reflecting on the Shark.
Credit: KEANE Julia

Plymouth Art Group
2023-11-14
Cardiff Art Group
2023-10-09
Title or Location: The look of disdain
I am a retired teacher. At 56 I had a number of strokes which affected my memory. Therefore retirement was the option. I took up art again after a very long gap and it really helped with my fine motor development and concentration. I love birds of prey, well to be honest and wildlife and domestic animals. This particular picture is from a photo by the very talented Don Barrick. As getting out and taking pictures is not an option for me I love the free reference photos for artists. The
Credit: Gillian Brown
Facebook: Lillibeth brown
Instagram: grannyblossomart
Edinburgh Art Group
2023-11-06

Cardiff Art Group
2023-10-09
Title or Location: The look of disdain
Caran dache coloured pencils on pastel mat board
Credit: Gillian Brown
Facebook: Grannyblossomart
Instagram: Grannyblossomart
Dallas Art Circle
2023-11-06
Cardiff Art Group
2023-10-02
Title or Location: Steam power.
This started off as an exercise in painting clouds on a stormy day. As the work developed my clouds looked increasingly like billowing steam so I thought I'd add a traction engine to the swirling steam. It's in acrylic on a 58 x 38cm acrylic board which is a good size to hone in on small details. I don't think there are many purple traction engines around but it seemed like a good idea at the time!
Credit: Phil Lewis

Tampa Art Group
2023-12-04
Title or Location: Flora & Fauna
I am an avid visual artist, graphic designer by day & love to experiment in numerous mediums. I really enjoy the cyanotype printmaking experience. The Prussian blue & ethereal appearance of the final results fascinates me. I have been working on a hand-crafted series of cyanotype prints mounted to pine panels. The focus ranges from flora & fauna, to beach inspired and abstract compositions. I use found items to create my compositions. I will pick plants from my yard in the Lowry Park North area
Credit: Seth Frazee
Facebook: @sefracreative
Instagram: @cyanofilous
Sydney Art Group
2023-12-01
Title or Location: My City
I am still learning to paint. This is my attempt at a different style of painting .
Credit: Syd Pom
Manchester Art Group
2023-12-01
Title or Location: Smokey
Just started with this and got carried away! Must admit I do love it.
Credit: Janet Davies

Canberra Art Group
2023-12-01
Title or Location: Test
Test
Credit: Jon Test 2
Melbourne Art Group
2023-11-28
Title or Location: Mystic
"Mystic "is an intuitive work in acrylic on canvas and measures 61cm sqr. It begins life as a few marks on a blank canvas and from then on each mark suggests the next one. This is how all my paintings evolve. I am obsessed with colour and composition which seems to come naturally to me. I know when a work is finished because it seems to let me know " there is nothing more to do here, it is time to move on" I listen to my work now, instead of my inner critic and it is wonderful to know I have cre
Credit: Maureen Venville
Facebook: @maureenvenville
Instagram: @maureenvenvilleart_
Fresno Art Group
2023-11-27
Title or Location: Chrystal's Puppies!
I work with a doctor that has dachshunds and she commisioned me to paint her pups! Done in acylics 15 in x 30 in on canvas. It was fun painting this and I put a lake tahoe background as the pups were actually in a pen and the owner has a cabin in Tahoe and wanted a sun setting sky.
Credit: Cynthia Bernd
Facebook: Cynthia Bernd
Instagram: @cynrnc

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